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Sep 11

Tips to Get Entertained in Los Angeles

There is no dearth of ways by which you can get entertained in Los Angeles. If you are visiting the city for the first time, you might probably be a little confused with so many options to try out. Here are some tips which you will find very useful and are considered to be great ways to keep you entertained when you are in Los Angeles.

• We all know that nothing can be as good as good music. If you are in Los Angeles, then Music in Los Angeles is one of those things which you shouldn’t miss. There are Live shows, music entertainers and regular shows and theaters where you can enjoy some of the best music of Los Angeles. You just need to know about the venue, date of performance and about the people who are performing. Music shall always keep you happy and entertained when you are in the city.
• Bands in Los Angeles are not only famous and popular in the city but they are also known far and wide. You can check out their schedule of performances before you plan to visit the city and enjoy the entertainment by some of the best bands of the city. Bands in Los Angeles are professional and provide some of the best of international music which we get to hear today.
• Women love shopping! Los Angeles is considered to be one of those places of the world where you can have the best of shopping experience. There are many shopping malls, stores and entertainment zones from where you can buy almost anything you need. You will love everything in Los Angeles. You will find some of the cheapest and discounted products to some of the most luxurious and expensive products in Los Angeles. This makes Los Angeles shopping fun and one of the most looked forward experiences. Just get to know about the most preferred Los Angeles shopping destinations and shop to your most.
• If you thought Los Angeles is not just the right place to check out fashion and latest trends – you are completely wrong! Fashion in Los Angeles is trendy and probably the best of the world. Check out the shopping destinations and entertainment zones of this city and you will realize how much you are wrong. In fact it is said, that Los Angeles shopping and fashion is considered to be the best and trendiest of the world.
• Bars and Clubs are the ultimate way to get entertained and this city shall always keep you occupied. Los Angeles bars are spread out in different corners of the city – you will find some of the trendiest bars serving some of the most popular drinks. The ambience is fun filled and rocking. Los Angeles clubs are many in number and cater to different kinds of customers. Check out all such Los Angeles bars and restaurants where you can have good food and drinks – you will never repent your decision and will spend some great time in the city.

If you are in Los Angeles, then Music in Los Angeles is one of those things which you shouldn’t miss. There are Live shows, music entertainers and regular shows and theaters where you can enjoy some of the best music of Los Angeles.
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16
Nov 10

Akon “Disagrees” With Will.I.Am Over Posthumous Michael Jackson Album

Anthony Jones – AHN Entertainment Reporter

Los Angeles, CA, United States (AHN) – Akon and Will.I.Am were both working with Michael Jackson before he passed on what was to be his latest studio album. Jackson’s first posthumous release “Michael” hits stores next month but Will.I.Am says the release is “disrespectful,” while Akon doesn’t agree.

Akon’s duet with the late Michael Jackson “Hold My Hand” is the lead single off his posthumous album “Michael.” Jackson left a handwritten note with the Estate that he wanted “Hold My Hand,” recorded back in 2007, to be released as the first single off his next project.

Jackson got his wish as “Hold My Hand” will lead off “Michael,” an album of ten leftover tracks including “Monster” with 50 Cent, “Another Day” with Lenny Kravitz, and the controversial “Breaking News,” which left fans puzzled that Michael’s vocals had been tampered with beyond recognition.

According to Entertainment Weekly, Will.I.Am says a Michael Jackson album without Jackson’s finishing touch shouldn’t be released. “Whoever put it out and is profiting off of it, I want to see how cold they are to say that what he contributed during his life wasn’t enough,” Will.I.Am said. “He just wasn’t any ordinary artist. He was a hands-on person. To me it’s disrespectful. There’s no honoring.”

Akon says he “honestly disagrees.” “That’s probably Will’s opinion, Akon told TMZ in an interview. “Me personally I think it’s keep his legacy alive.”

“I don’t see anything disrespectful about it … These albums would have come out if he was alive or dead so I think this helps to keep his legacy alive,” he continued.

“Michael,” the first album of unreleased material from Michael Jackson following his death last year, hits stores on December 14th.

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Nov 10

Former President Bill Clinton Joins “The Hangover 2″ Cast

Anne Lu – AHN Entertainment Contributor

Bangkok, Thailand (AHN) – The cast and crew of “The Hangover 2″ may have kicked out Mel Gibson from their film, but they’ve added another star. Former President Bill Clinton was spotted in Thailand to film a cameo spot with the guys.

Clinton will be playing himself in the comedy sequel. A source close to the ex-U.S. leader told People magazine that he shot his brief appearance on Saturday in the capital Bangkok, where he also delivered a speech on clean energy for a separate engagement.

TMZ sources said the production added security for Clinton’s protection.

Just recently, Gibson was supposed to appear in a cameo role for the film, but the cast and crew apparently protested the scandal-ridden actor’s involvement. He was subsequently replaced by Liam Neeson.

The Todd Phillips-directed “The Hangover 2,” the sequel to the 2009 hit comedy, will star Bradley Cooper, Ed Helms, Justin Bartha, Ken Jeong, and Zach Galifianakis. It is slated for a May 2011 release.

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Nov 10

AMC Shuts Down “Rubicon”

Anne Lu – AHN Entertainment Contributor

Los Angeles, CA, United States (AHN) – AMC is shutting down “Rubicon.” The cable channel has announced that it is not renewing the conspiracy thriller for a second season amid low viewers’ ratings.

The show stars James Badge Dale as William Travers, an intelligence analyst who discovers that he may be working with members of a secret society that manipulates world events for profit. It debuted in June and ran 13 episodes.

AMC said in a statement, “Rubicon gave us an opportunity to tell a rich and compelling story, and we’re proud of the series. This was not an easy decision, but we are grateful to have had the opportunity to work with such a phenomenally talented dedicated team.”

Executive producer Henry Bromell told TVGuide.com, “I just don’t believe in wrapping it up that simply,” referring to season one’s open-ended finale when Will accused his boss of conspiracy even though he didn’t have any hard proof.

“It’s not interesting drama. It’s a little more conventional, a little easier… The truth is, that it’s not that easy to stop the bad guys.”

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Nov 10

Nancy O’Dell Named Mary Hart’s Replacement On “Entertainment Tonight”

Anne Lu – AHN Entertainment Contributor

Los Angeles, CA, United States (AHN) – Mary Hart’s replacement has been named. Former “Access Hollywood” host Nancy O’Dell will take the place of the Hart’s about to be vacated seat on “Entertainment Tonight.”

O’Dell said in a statement, “I remember watching Entertainment Tonight when it first premiered and dreaming about working for the show someday! It is the original and the gold standard of entertainment news show.”

“Needless to say, I am thrilled that my dream has come true. I have greatly admired the show and the incomparable and esteemed Mary Hart – her quiet power and professionalism are beyond admirable. I am honored to be the one chosen to fill a TV legend’s seat and I hope I can ‘do her proud!’”

In August, Hart announced her plans to leave the entertainment TV news program after almost 30 years in 2011. The current season is her last.

And although she said that leaving the job she held for three decades is “not an easy decision,” Hart takes comfort in knowing that she will pass the baton to O’Dell, whom she calls a “talented and respected entertainment correspondent.”

“We have spent many years working on opposite sides of the celebrity battlefield and I know the show will flourish with Nancy as co-anchor.”

O’Dell will take on the role in January alongside co-host Mark Steines.

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Nov 10

Time Warner Cable Increases Profits, Loses Subscribers

Anne Lu – AHN Entertainment Contributor

New York, NY, United States (AHN) – Time Warner Cable has released its third quarter earnings, showing that while its profits have increased, they have lost 155 video subscribers. According to their data, the profits took a hike after the company increased its price, though it has blamed the bad economy for losing subscribers.

Revenues increased 5.2% from the third quarter of 2009 to $4.7 billion. And although high-speed data subscribers grew by 104,000 and their digital phone subscribers increased by 34,000, they lost 155,000 of their video subscribers.

The company said that the primary reason for the loss was the economy and the competition from new video offerings from Verizon and AT&T, but it was not due to cord-cutters, or those people who ditch cable TV for Web video.

Time Warner Cable is not the only one who lost subscribers. Comcast also reported 275,000 customers who discontinued the video service.

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Nov 10

TV Land Readies New Episodes Of “Hot In Cleveland”

Anthony Jones – AHN Entertainment Reporter

Los Angeles, CA, United States (AHN) – One of the new few things that will be hot in January will be the second season premiere of “Hot in Cleveland,” cable’s highest-rated sitcom TV Land’s most-watched series yet.

“Hot in Cleveland,” which stars ultra-hot Betty White, as well as Valerie Bertinelli, Jane Leeves, and Wendie Malick, is returning with 20 new episodes beginning Wednesday, January 19th, 2011 at 10pm ET/PT.

The show, about three best friends from Los Angeles who, at a turning point in their lives, move to Cleveland, is set to pick up right where it left off at the end of its hit first season. The women try desperately to free their landlord Elka (White) after she’s arrested when some valuables are found in her storm cellar.

“We can’t wait to get started on creating 20 more hilarious episodes of this global sensation,” said Larry W. Jones, president of TV Land. “We have amazing storylines, twists and turns in store for our growing number of fans of the series.”

For fans wanting to relive the show’s first season, or get into it before the new season airs, “Hot in Cleveland” Season One DVD will hit stores on January 11th. Complete with the show’s first 10 episodes, the two-disc set will also feature bloopers, featurettes, a set tour, and more.

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Oct 10

“Teen Mom” Stars’ Per Season Salary Reportedly Over $60,000

Anne Lu – AHN Entertainment Contributor

Los Angeles, CA, United States (AHN) – The young stars of MTV’s “Teen Mom” earn $60,000 to $65,000 per season, it has been reported. The cash is allegedly the reason why on-again, off-again couple Amber Portwood and Gary Shirley can’t walk away from the show, despite the negative publicity they have been getting.

A series insider told Life & Style that the stars make $60,000 to $65,000 per season. But even though this figure is enough to provide Amber and Gary with comfortable lives, they are still constantly in short of cash as neither one knows how to save.

Jordan Sanchez, Gary’s best friend told the magazine, “Gary says he’s broke. The money is the only reason he’s willing to do the show. You can’t walk away from money like that.”

The couple have already started filming the next season of the show in Tennessee. They are reportedly planning to move to Florida with daughter Leah, where Amber’s uncle owns a business.

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Oct 10

“Avatar 2,” “Avatar 3″ To Hit Theaters In 2014, 2015

Anthony Jones – AHN Entertainment Reporter

Los Angeles, CA, United States (AHN) – “Avatar” fans are heading back to Pandora, in a few years at least. Academy Award-winning director James Cameron has agreed to make “Avatar 2″ and “Avatar 3″ his next films, with the first sequel due for release in 2014.

Cameron, who had been enticed by other projects such as a “Cleopatra” remake starring Angelina Jolie, will instead make the “Avatar” sequels his top priority. The news was announced by Fox execs Jim Gianopulos and Tom Rothman Wednesday.

Cameron will begin work on the scripts early next year with production to begin later in 2011. It will be decided if the films will be shot back-to-back after the scripts are completed.

“With two new films on the drawing boards, my company and I are embarking on an epic journey with our partners at Twentieth Century Fox,” said director James Cameron. “Our goal is to meet and exceed the global audience’s expectations for the richness of Avatar’s visual world and the power of the storytelling.”

“In the second and third films, which will be self contained stories that also fulfill a greater story arc, we will not back off the throttle of Avatar’s visual and emotional horsepower, and will continue to explore its themes and characters, which touched the hearts of audiences in all cultures around the world,” Cameron continued. “I’m looking forward to returning to Pandora, a world where our imaginations can run wild.”

Upon its release last year, “Avatar” became the highest grossing film of all-time, earning nearly $2.8 billion at the worldwide box office. It also earned three Academy Awards and became the biggest-selling Blu-ray of all time. A new collector’s edition of “Avatar” on Blu-ray releases next month.

“Avatar 2″ is expected to hit theaters in December 2014, while the sequel is targeted for December 2015.

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Oct 10

Take That Announces Summer Tour 2011 With Robbie Williams

Anne Lu – AHN Entertainment Contributor

London, United Kingdom (AHN) – Reformed ’90s boyband Take That has announced their biggest ever tour for the summer of 2011. The British pop group will also be reunited with ex-member Robbie Williams on their 14-date stadium road show.

For the first time as a five-piece group in 16 years, Take That is embarking on the “Progress Live 2011″ tour, which is described as a “feast for the imagination, charting the evolution and progress of Take That and Robbie Williams through their extraordinary 20-year history.”

The live shows will celebrate the group’s biggest hits from the last two decades, as well as Robbie’s chart-topping solo career.

The tour follows the release of the boys’ new album “Progress” on November 22, and the release of its first single “The Flood” on November 15.

Tickets for the tour’s shows at Hampden Park, Glasgow on June 22nd and 23rd will go on sale on October 29.

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